Altrincham’s renowned French Festival is back bigger and
better for 2015. This year, inspired by
the huge popularity of the event, the organisers of the festival are now planning
it over two dates.

On Saturday 11 July, there will be a Bastille Day
celebration at Bowdon Rugby Club, a ticketed evening event with a sit down 3
course French meal, drink, live entertainment and a spectacular firework
display.

On Sunday 12 July, The Main Event will be a free, family
celebration of French culture and food at Stamford Park. There will be a wide range of sumptuous
French food and drink, a range of entertainment for children and families including
vintage French cars, French storytelling, a magician, a puppet show and a
junior rugby tournament in celebration of the Rugby World Cup. Boules, French cookery demonstrations, face
painting and craftwork. Exhibitors will sell and promote a wide range of French
products including toiletries and giftware. The event will include a live 3
hour concert with both international and local artists for people to enjoy
whilst having a picnic and perhaps a glass wine.

This year we also plan to have an Art Competition for A
level and GCSE Art students. The event
will once again be raising money for Marie Curie through a raffle.

The event is being supported by a number of organisations
and businesses including the French Embassy and Alliance Francaise de Manchester.

Founder of Altrincham
French Festival, Zainul Sachak said:

“Nearly 3000 people
came last year and had a fabulous family day. This year, we're back with a
bigger and better event. There are a lot of opportunities to get involved
whether volunteering, running a stall or sponsoring some of the activities. You
can make a difference by supporting your local community. Your festival needs
you, so please get in touch with us today.”